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Has the authority to determine when unsafe conditions exist and may refuse a tow or navigational area deemed unsafe or presenting undue risk. While on watch, maintains responsibility for the safety and welfare of the vessel, crew, and tow; sounds alarms and summons the Captain if a dangerous situation develops.

Location: Vicksburg, MS, USA<h3>Description</h3>Magnolia Marine Transport has an opening for a full-time Pilot to safely operate company vessels and tows in accordance with all applicable regulations and company policies.We are a relationship-driven, family-owned company that values professionalism, leadership, and teamwork. Magnolia Marine Transport offers competitive pay, strong benefits, and maintains a small-company culture where each employee's contribution matters.Pilot Qualifications<ul><li>Must hold appropriate USCG Merchant Mariner Credentials for the assigned area of operation</li><li>Must possess a valid TWIC Card, Radio License, and Radar Observer Certificate, as required</li><li>Demonstrated time and experience with Magnolia Marine sufficient to establish competence and leadership ability</li><li>Working knowledge of USCG Rules and Regulations and company policies</li><li>Ability to exercise sound judgment in dynamic and potentially hazardous operating environments</li></ul><h3>Pilot Responsibilities Include the Following</h3><ul><li>Acts as second in command and is directly responsible to the Captain; represents the Captain when standing watch</li><li>Responsible, along with all crew members, for the safety of the vessel, crew, and tow, and for compliance with the Safety Management System</li><li>Navigates the vessel in full compliance with USCG regulations, company policies, and the vessel's Certificate of Inspection (COI), when applicable</li><li>Reports unsafe conditions, incidents, and nonconformities to the Captain and Port Captain, and takes appropriate action to prevent accidents</li><li>Has the authority to determine when unsafe conditions exist and may refuse a tow or navigational area deemed unsafe or presenting undue risk</li><li>Requests company assistance when necessary to ensure safe and compliant operations</li><li>While on watch, maintains responsibility for the safety and welfare of the vessel, crew, and tow; sounds alarms and summons the Captain if a dangerous situation develops</li><li>Stands watch in the pilothouse at all times, including when the vessel is tied up, except during dry-dock periods</li><li>Ensures all required logs and records are accurately completed during assigned watch</li><li>Communicates all pertinent operational information and incidents to the Captain in a timely manner</li></ul><h3>Benefits</h3>Magnolia Marine Transport offers a competitive benefits package, including:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Health, Dental, and Life Insurance</li><li>Paid Holidays</li><li>Vacation and Sick Leave</li><li>Tuition Assistance</li><li>Profit Sharing</li></ul><h3>Equal Employment Opportunity</h3>Magnolia Marine Transport is an EEO/AAP Employer. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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River Boat Pilot

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Inspect all barges according to the Dry Cargo/Chemical Barge Inspection Report, notify a supervisor immediately of any damage and take appropriate measures to ensure safety. When a Harbor Boat Pilot is assigned the task of training an upcoming pilot the current pilot is considered the "Master of the Vessel" and is responsible for and will be held accountable for the actions of the trainee in the performance of their duties.

<div class="jobsearch-JobDescriptionSection is-highlight-enforced"><div class="jobsearch-JobDescriptionSection-section"><div class="jobsearch-JobDescriptionSection-title"><h2>Harbor Boat Pilot</h2><div class="jobsearch-jobDescriptionText">Ergon Marine & Industrial Supply, Inc., has an opening for a full time Harbor Boat Pilot at its Vicksburg location.If you are a hard-working person who likes to help others and be proud of the physical work that you accomplish, then this might be a job that you would enjoy. EMIS services vessels and tows and this job allows you to be a part of that support of the river crews. Ergon is a family-owned oil and gas company based in the Jackson, MS area with facilities across the US. EMIS is a subsidiary with facilities that support marine traffic up and down the Mississippi River. Our facilities are located in Vicksburg, MS, Memphis, TN, and Wood River, IL.Ergon offers a competitive benefits package: 401(k) Matching, Health, Life, Dental, Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance, and Profit SharingThe Harbor Boat Pilot ensures the safe and efficient operation and performance of his crew, vessel and tow in a manner that complies with company policy, U. S. Coast Guard rules and regulations and federal, state, and local laws. Assist Fuel Boat Pilot in overseeing EMIS operations when upper management is not available.Harbor Boat Pilot Responsibilities include the following:<ul><li>Ensure that company policy, rules and regulations are followed.</li><li>Report violations of EMIS company policy or violations of federal, state or local laws.</li><li>Ensure deck crew are performing their duties.</li><li>Inspect all areas of vessel and tow to ensure safety, proper maintenance and a clean vessel is ready for voyage.</li><li>Provide customer service according to the EMIS Mission Statement.</li><li>Captain has the right to reject of any tow configuration or barge.</li><li>Ensure all crewmembers on EMIS vessels and docks are using Proper PPE.</li><li>Assist other operations as required by management.</li><li>Maintain EMIS fleets and equipment while documenting fleet check once every six hours or according to MARSEC levels.</li><li>Inspect all barges according to the Dry Cargo/Chemical Barge Inspection Report, notify a supervisor immediately of any damage and take appropriate measures to ensure safety.</li><li>Responsible for reviewing the tow orders and determining whether the boat is of sufficient horsepower.</li><li>Report incidents immediately to appropriate supervisor and enter in vessel logs.</li><li>Order supplies as needed.</li><li>Ensure fire extinguishers are recharged or refilled as required for each type of extinguisher.</li><li>Ensure fire hose with nozzle is at each fire station.</li><li>Ensure dewatering pumps are on board the vessel and ready for use.</li><li>Ensure adequate number of approved life preservers are on board.</li><li>Ensure adequate quantity of first aid supplies onboard the vessel.</li><li>Ensure crewmembers are properly trained in emergency procedures including fire drills.</li><li>Chip, Buff, Prime and paint vessel and equipment as needed.</li><li>Complete Towing Vessel Record in TowWorks each shift which includes the following:<ul><li>Engine Room Log</li><li>Fuel Operations Log</li><li>Pre-Sail Check List</li></ul>When a Harbor Boat Pilot is assigned the task of training an upcoming pilot the current pilot is considered the "Master of the Vessel" and is responsible for and will be held accountable for the actions of the trainee in the performance of their duties.Captain is required to have a safety briefing with crew prior to engaging in any barge tow work, barge movement activity or fuel transfers. This briefing must be documented in the towing vessel record.</li></ul>Harbor Boat Pilot Qualifications:<ul><li>High School Diploma or GED</li><li>Must have a U.S. Coast Guard license as Master of Towing Vessels/Limited Master of Towing</li><li>Must have sufficient time with EMIS to prove competence and leadership skills as determined by the Port Captain and Vice President, for promotion from within the company</li><li>Must be able to swim</li><li>Valid TWIC Card (Transportation Workers Identification Credential)</li><li>Must have a valid driver's license</li></ul>We are an EEO/AAP employer.Position: Harbor Boat Pilot</div></div></div></div> Employment offer contingent upon pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Headquartered in Jackson, Mississippi, Ergon, Inc., and its consolidated subsidiaries are built on a foundation of petroleum-related enterprises begun in 1954 by its Chairman, Leslie B. Lampton. Starting as a petroleum retailer with only two employees, Ergon has evolved into a network of market-leading companies employing over 2,300 people. Ergon operates as a sophisticated crude oil processor, transporter and marketer of refined products. It also functions as a producer and marketer of specialty asphalt products, as well as an oil and gas explorer and real estate developer. In addition, Ergon manufactures state-of-the-art road maintenance products and equipment. The Company’s roots are in the petroleum industry service areas, including trucking and propane distribution, marine transportation and petroleum marketing services. Through acquisitions and from merging other company operations into a base of entities that would become Ergon subsidiaries, including ventures in refining, terminaling, asphalt marketing, mid-river operations, exploration, maintenance support and real estate, we have moved forward to become a well-diversified portfolio of companies.

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